Thermal storage beats hydrogen, electrification on industrial costs
A new study in Germany shows the advantages of thermal energy storage in the decarbonisation of industrial processes, including in Australia. The researchers noted clear cost advantages and high potential for flexibility in the power grid.
AGA seals deal with Plug Power for 3 GW electrolyser system
Allied Green Ammonia has signed and sealed a purchase agreement with Plug Power to supply 3 GW of electrolyser capacity for its large-scale green hydrogen production project being developed in the Northern Territory.
South Australian solar discovery could transform hydrogen production
An international study led by Flinders University in Adelaide has advanced nano-scale chemistry to further develop sustainable and efficient generation of hydrogen from water using solar power.
Quinbrook says time critical for Future Made in Australia
Renewables player Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners has lauded the newly legislated Future Made in Australia Bill as a critically important initiative that can position Australia at the core of global clean energy supply chains.
EV uptake helping drive increased demand for green steel
Emissions from steel production each year equal those of a major developed economy. Yet steel is a crucial material to support the energy transition, among its many other applications – making its supply essential. Enter green steel, the production of which interrelates with solar, wind, and green hydrogen in intriguing ways.
Vast unlocks funding to fuel concentrated solar power plant plans
Vast Renewables has unlocked $30 million of federal government funding which it says will help ramp up manufacturing capacity for its concentrated solar thermal technology and advance construction plans for its first large-scale solar thermal project.
WA sets assessment level for mega 70 GW solar and wind project
A mega 70 GW wind and solar project planned for the far southeast of Western Australia is to face close scrutiny with the state’s environmental watchdog confirming the estimated $100 billion project will undergo a public review.
Feds table tax incentives for green hydrogen, critical minerals
The Australian government will introduce legislation to implement production tax incentives for green hydrogen and critical minerals to help boost investment in the sector.
Sale plans put end to Fortescue green hydrogen project
Fortescue’s plan to build a large-scale green hydrogen and ammonia complex at Gibson Island in Queensland appears to have been officially abandoned with the site owner revealing its intent to sell the land.
Global partnership opens new opportunities for Zen Energy
Australian energy gen-tailer Zen Energy is considering offshore opportunities, eyeing energy storage and green hydrogen projects in Taiwan and potentially other countries after securing a $43 million investment from Taipei-listed developer HD Renewable Energy Co.
